Vegan-friendly
Lacto
Indian
Gluten-free
Hare Krishna vegetarian lunch restaurant. Offers a vegan option. Maybe closed when the university is closed. No alliums are used. Accepts cash. Please note that many businesses in Sweden are cashless. Open Mon-Fri 11:00-15:00.
31 Reviews
First Review by fimct
edgarsdotter
Points +607
Food was okay, good lunch option - Edit
The location itself is nice and quite hidden. It’s a good lunch option close to the university.
Read moreThe food was okay. Not bad but also not overwhelming.
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MattiasTranberg
Points +28
Terrible disappointment - Edit
I have been coming to Govindas in Lund for 10 years. It used to be great, good food quality, fresh ingredients and generous servings. In combination with the nicest staff it was always nice going there, and worth standing in line for quite a while.
Read moreThese days the line is not a problem, it's non-existent. The past few years the quality of the food has gradually become worse. New owners have a different approach to everything and very little except the location remains the same. I have been going every now and then in the hope that they would raise their ambitions but I guess they have gotten stuck in a downward spiral. There used to be 4-6 people working in the kitchen, now two people are enough because there are few customers.
Today the food was so bad. The tahini was watered down, the soup and chutney didn't taste anything and had no texture, the salad wasn't fresh or crisp, the sauce was thin, the papadam tasted of bad oil and the bread (it used to be amazing) was under-baked. I tried the food but couldn't make myself eat it. I finished my can of water and left, with a clear decision to not come back.
Don't go there.
Updated from previous review on 2024-02-16
Pros: Nothing
Cons: Tasted terrible
Guest
twelve_peas
Points +977
Cheap food and big portions - Edit
This place seems more like a canteen for students (friends from Lund told me that the university lacks its own, so this might be a great alternative as you also get a student discount).
Read moreYou can sit nicely outside and more places are indoor. The food is nothing special as you see on the pictures. There is a single choice which is usually vegan or at least vegetarian and you can get a salad and soup on top. It's very affordable and you can get free refills, also for coffee. The staff is also incredibly friendly. Definitely recommend going there regardless whether you are a student or not.
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david010
Points +68
Must go to - Edit
Govinda's is an all vegetarian/ vegan restaurant.
Read moreThey have a menu of the day, which you can see on their Facebook.
This place is located in a cute 'inner-garden'. It feels like a welcoming place.
Inside, you can grab a drink, a salad, and they will provide you with the food.
As a vegan, I wanted the vegan food. They gave me just the vegan version of the vegetarian option (which was lasagna).
The food was very very good. It was freshly made and it just tasted amazing!
I could even grab some extra food (for free), as the owner insisted on it.
In conclusion, this is one of those places that you will remember.
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-29
Pros: Cozy, Great atmosphere, Amazing staff
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OskarHenriksson
Points +396
Wholesome food and friendly staff - Edit
Excellent homestyle food, great bread, and friendly staff. Large portions (and it's always possible to ask for more!) make it great value for the money. It sometimes gets a bit crowded around 12:30, so it might be a good idea to go a bit earlier or later.
Read morePros: Tasty wholesome food, Lots of food for a very fair price, Super friendly staff
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•Lily•
Points +289
Good lunch place - Edit
Enjoyed the daily lunch here! Loved how it consisted of different small dishes, including soup, bread, curry, and coffee.
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MattiasE
Points +4264
Great indian food - Edit
Really nice lunch place in central Lund. Good stews, bread and soups. Feels like you are in India!
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Lui.se
Points +274
Great place for lunch! - Edit
Very tasty, changing lunch options in a cozy atmosphere! Close to the university and no waiting time - so perfect for lunch.
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k8lynsmith
Points +327
amazing service and food - Edit
i really liked the food here and the man at the register was the kindest person i have encountered here in Sweden, he helped me pick out a meal that was vegan and answered all of my questions 10/10 recommend!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-09-06
Pros: helpful staff, entirely vegetarian , nice outside seating
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Djaniunic
Points +15
👌 - Edit
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JonasPersson
Points +110
Indian flavor food - Edit
I can never eat to often here. Love their food.
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guillaume
Points +60
Indian Flavored Hearty Food - Edit
I am a regular of this place :/
Read moreWhich is a good thing :)
Place is unpretentious, personal super nice and very attentive to their customers, you will be received with kindness and a warm feeling food infused with spices.
During lunchtime, better come before 12, or after 13, ... can be very crowded.
Pros: Food, Personal, Quality/ Price
Cons: Space as it is a popular place
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Rixt
Points +79
Atmosphere on point - Edit
Super nice place to lunch. Friendly people, good food, enormous portion sizes.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Nice people, Delicious and cheap
Cons: Often very busy
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Alling
Points +87
Tasty and good price - Edit
Super friendly staff, delicious and cheap food, big portions, nice atmosphere. There is nothing not to like.
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Winterdragon
Points +422
Possibly the best place for a lunch in Lund - Edit
A very popular place around lunchtime, and for a good reason! They serve great-tasting food in large portions for reasonable prices, and always have a vegan option. The staff is always friendly and happy. I just wish they were open on weekends and evenings as well!
Read morePros: Large portions, Tasty food, Nice atmosphere
Cons: Limited menu, Limited opening-hours
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piffelina
Points +3516
Indian Christmas feast - Edit
I was there for the yearly Christmas dinner Govinda style - all the food was great and the service was excellent.
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Vege-Niki
Points +1279
Interesting flavours - Edit
So many interesting small dishes, served together and taste like heaven! The owner is super nice and even offers one to fill more on the plate if one is still hungry afterwards.
Read moreI’ve also been here on Christmas dinner... and holy ****, that was just heaven on earth!
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madelenesvensson
Points +120
Legendary - Edit
You always get so much food, become so full and the waiters are the kindest people ever
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JessRomano
Points +169
Best lunch ever! - Edit
If you are looking to eat delicious for food price and looooads of it! You should visit this place! They also have vegetarian and vegan options and everyday is a different lunch menu! The owner is always there serving the meals with a smile :-)! I never get tired of going to this place! Tip: arrive early as it gets super full!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Could eat everyday , Big portions
Cons: Sitting area could be bigger
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SaraBen
Points +62
Just SO GOOD - Edit
Every single lunch I’ve had here has been fantastic!!!!
Read moreYou leave so full you barely have to have dinner that day, hehe, which is practical since it is quite expensive.
They always offer several dishes as to make the meal as a whole versatile and enjoyable.
Their bread is like a piece of heaven!!!
Pros: Fantastic food!!, Very filling
Cons: A bit pricy (but, I admit, it IS worth it!), Limited opening hours, I would like dinner...😄
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leloir
Points +19
Consistent top quality lunches - Edit
Unwavering top quality (vaguely indian style) vegetarian+vegan lunches - at incredible price value. Basically there's a single meal option per day, but that includes a large meal including salad, soup, fantastic homemade bread a multi-sectioned main course and tea/coffee. They'll happily offer refills in (the quite unlikely case you need it. Nice homey and cosy atmosphere, expands into the small courtyard in summer.
Read moreThe proprietor is fantastic, always friendly and helpful regardless of stress level.
Very popular with students and academic staff so can get quite crowded 12:00-12:30. Opening hours is mostly coordinated with academic periods so expect it to be closed when the university is closed.
Pros: The homemade bread (daily recipe) is just amazing, Student discounts, Very very casual
Cons: Can get crowded in busy hours, Somewhat noisy indoors when crowded
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huggtand
Points +19
don't miss - Edit
Best place ever!
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Elktooth
Points +28
Bästa stället i Lund - Edit
Det självklara stället att äta lunch på i Lund.
Read morePros: Finns alltid veganskt, Billigt
Cons: Ofta fullsatt
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Kallemaja
Points +25
Great taste! - Edit
Always nice food and new tastes for me. Good amount of food and cheap. Friendly staf and you can see them cooking. Fresh bread tastes lovely.
Read morePros: friendly, nice spices
Cons: many guests at lunchtime
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LauuraP
Points +26
Best veg* restaurant in Lund - Edit
Vegetarian restaurant with a vegan option, good bread, tea/coffee and really friendly staff :) For a really cheap price !
Read morePros: Price, Huge quantity / unlimited
Cons: Crowded during lunch :)
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ML2000
Points +68
Can't go wrong with a Govinda's - Edit
As usual, Govinda's worldwide offer a nice variety daily menu for a really good price. Ask for vegan version upfront and they'll happily give it to you. They even gave my toddler a little bowl with some of the day's rice and vegan stew for free.
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Anakteros
Points +81
lovely place - Edit
Friendliest staff in town!
Read moreFood so good you will get addicted.
Vegan-friendly.
A classic in Lund!
Pros: price-worthy, different meals each day, friendly staff
Cons: crowded during lunch
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